Tetrastigma hemsleyanum
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Basic Information
Family: Vitaceae
Genus: tetrastigma
Plant ID (slug): tetrastigma-hemsleyanum
Numeric ID: 24151
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
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Physical Characteristics
Tetrastigma hemsleyanum is a PERENNIAL CLIMBER. It is in flower from May to June, and the seeds ripen from September to November. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - China.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
Depurative Febrifuge The root tuber is depurative and febrifuge[147]. It stimulates blood circulation and relaxes the muscles[147]. The root is used in the treatment of diphtheria, boils and ulcers, traumatic bleeding, snakebites, rheumatoid aches and pains in the backs and legs[147]. It is used internally in decoction, or the crushed root can be used externally as a poultice.
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Tetrastigma hemsleyanum